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About Carlson Bier Associates

At Carlson Bier, we specialize in cases relating to bicycle accidents. Our team of dedicated personal injury lawyers understands the complexities these cases often present. Regardless of where you are based in Hartford, our legal experts are equipped to provide robust representation and strategic guidance tailored to your unique circumstances. We pride ourselves on helping accident victims navigate the intricate process involved in pursuing justice with empathy and proficiency.

Delving deep into the specifics of each case is our forte, facilitating a thorough understanding that informs our approach toward securing rightful compensation for pain endured by clients recovering from bicycle-related traumas.

Choosing Carlson Bier as your legal partner not only means access to decades worth of expertise but also signifies a commitment towards seeking maximum recovery and justice after such worsening mishaps.

At Carlson Bier, we focus fiercely on advocating for victims’ rights while maintaining an unwavering devotion resulting in successful settlements against formidable oppositions.

Trust us at Carlson Bier – when unforeseen events capsize life’s equilibrium; we help regain balance one cycle ride at a time.

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Bicycle Accidents Lawyers in Hartford Illinois

As a top-tier personal injury lawyer group in Illinois, Carlson Bier is dedicated to providing expert legal representation for victims of bicycle accidents. We recognize that cycling has become an increasingly popular mode of transportation across the state. This popularity, however has led to a dramatic surge in bike-related accidents.

A multitude of circumstances can lead to bicycle accidents, yet no matter the cause, they all share one common thread: severe injuries and trauma are often inflicted on cyclists due to their vulnerable nature on the roads. The wounds sustained aren’t just physical; mental and emotional scars come into play as well as financial burdens occasioned by medical bills.

Whether you were struck by a motor vehicle or faced damaging road conditions leading to your accident, Carlson Bier is equipped with the experience and knowledge necessary to protect your rights. The intricacies surrounding bicycle accidents law are complex and require deep familiarity and extensive understanding. That’s where our expertise comes into play:

• Proof of Liability: Establishing liability isn’t always straightforward after a bike crash but we take care to establish culpability – be it reckless driving or poor road maintenance.

• Appropriate Compensation: Apart from covering hospital bills and damage repair costs, we strive for compensation related to income loss during recovery period, pain suffering endured among others.

• Long-Term Impacts: In cases involving permanent disability or long-term health implications from severe injuries sustained in the accident, we ensure appropriate provisions are made within claims.

While adequate helmets and protective gear can mitigate some impacts from these unfortunate incidents, they cannot totally absorb shock or guarantee absolute safety during collisions with large vehicles travelling at high speeds.

We believe that every cyclist deserves respect on the road – but when negligence leads to unavoidable accidents; it is only fair that victims have their grievances heard and dues compensated. Hence at Carlson Bier, we aim to facilitate this journey towards judicial recourse along with striving towards safer streets for cyclists riding for diverse reasons ranging from recreational activities to environmental-friendly commuting.

It’s worth noting that no two bicycle accident cases are the same due to varying circumstances resulting in distinct outcomes. Our savvy attorneys recognize these unique threads and work diligently towards acquiring restorative justice specific to each case — because the scale of your ordeal matters, and the size of your compensation should accordingly mirror it.

Prevention is always better than cure – hence we also advocate for active measures like campaigns for public awareness on cyclist safety, lobbying for dedicated bike lanes, implementing stricter road sharing laws among others which can significantly reduce incidents of such accidents. Injuries may take time to heal, but with proactive efforts and responsible riding practices every step forward contributes towards a safer biking environment

Navigating through an incident involving significant life-altering changes can be quite intimidating; Hence at Carlson Bier we believe in easing this process by providing comprehensive guidance coupled with effective solutions breaking down your fears into manageable steps. Legal support during such times isn’t simply about acing court trials; it’s about aligning humanity with jurisdiction forging a well-rounded strategy that encompasses empathy with efficacy.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident in Illinois, don’t hesitate to leverage our proficiency. The legal implications surrounding these impacts may seem overwhelming but rest assured knowing you’re backed up by law experts who have delivered promising results consistently over time. Click the button below and let us assist you know how much your case is worth — because you deserve true justice unionized with compassion!

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Notable Illinois Appellate Wins

Moruzzi v. CCC Servs., Inc., 2020 IL App (2d) 190411, 171 N.E.3d 61
Background: Insured motorist filed action against insurer for declaratory judgment seeking construction of automobile insurance policy issued to insured and that was in effect when insured was injured by an underinsured driver. The Circuit Court, DuPage County, Bonnie M. Wheaton, J., granted the insurer's motions for summary judgment. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Zenoff, J., held that:1 medical payments reduction clause in automobile insurance policy conflicted with underinsured motorist provisions so as to render reduction clause ambiguous, and thus medical payment benefits were deductible from insured's damages;2 law firm representing insured did not create common fund or common funds when it reached settlement with underinsured motorist, and thus law firm was not entitled to recover fees under common-fund doctrine; and3 collateral estoppel did not bar automobile insurers from litigating whether common-fund doctrine applied in insured motorist's declaratory judgment action.Affirmed in part and reversed in part.
Maier v. CC Servs., Inc., 2019 IL App (3d) 170640, 132 N.E.3d 795
Background: After insured, who was injured in automobile collision with another driver, recovered full liability limits of driver's policy, she filed amended complaint for declaratory judgment against her own automobile insurer, alleging that insurer breached contractual duty to pay for insured's damages in accordance with uninsured/underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage in insured's policy and that insurer acted in bad faith in denying insured such coverage. The Circuit Court, La Salle County, Troy D. Holland, J., granted the insurer's motion to dismiss claims as time-barred. Insured appealed.The Appellate Court ruled that neither the insurer nor the insured could add amended policy provisions to the court record. It was decided that the policy's requirement for a written arbitration demand applied to both uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. The court found that a letter from the insured's attorney to the insurer wasn't a valid arbitration demand nor a proof of loss to toll the statute of limitations. Finally, the insurer was permitted to use the defense based on the two-year statute of limitations period. The court's decision was affirmed.
Econ. Premier Assurance Co. v. Country Mut. Ins. Co., 2021 IL App (1st) 192364-U
Holding: The circuit court's order that granted defendant's motion for summary judgment and denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment was proper where defendant had no duty to indemnify its insured with respect to the underlying complaint and therefore plaintiff was not entitled to recover against defendant on its subrogation or unjust enrichment claims; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Westerheide, 2023 IL App (5th) 220343-U
Holding: The court affirmed judgment of the circuit court granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff where the defendant failed to make a written demand for arbitration within two years from the date of the accident as required by the underinsured provisions of the defendant's automotive insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Olsak, 2022 IL App (1st) 200695, 216 N.E.3d 291
In a complex legal case, an insurer sought to avoid defending or indemnifying a hockey player under a policy issued to the player's stepfather after the player was sued for assaulting his coach. The initial Circuit Court ruling favored the insurer, but the Appellate Court reversed this decision, leading to a protracted legal battle. Ultimately, the Appellate Court determined the insurer was liable only up to the $3 million policy limit and found the insurer's four-year delay in seeking a declaratory judgment to be reasonable. This case highlights important aspects of insurance litigation and policy limit liabilities.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Durkin Elec. Co., Inc., 2022 IL App (1st) 210293-U, appeal denied, 199 N.E.3d 1187 (Ill. 2022)
Holding: The circuit court's order that denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment and found that defendant was an additional insured under the policy was proper. The circuit court's order that denied defendant's motion for summary judgment and found that plaintiff did not have a duty to defend or indemnify defendant under the policy was proper; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Groen, 2017 IL App (4th) 160028, 69 N.E.3d 911
Background: Uninsured motorist (UM) carrier brought action against insured for declaratory judgment that it owed no benefits since workers' compensation received by insured exceeded policy limits. The Circuit Court, Sangamon County, Chris Perrin, J., entered summary judgment in favor of the carrier. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Harris, J., held that:1 employer's medical payments entitled carrier to setoff, and2 setoff clauses were enforceable.Affirmed.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Frobish, 2021 IL App (3d) 190473-U
Holding: Allegations in the underlying complaint that a township employee caused property damage by excavating and digging out a ditch failed to impose a duty to defend under township employee's individual farm insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Jones, 2018 IL App (1st) 173154-U
Holding: The judgment of the circuit court of Cook County is affirmed; plaintiff is entitled to summary judgment on its claim for a declaratory judgment that it has no duty to defend or indemnify its insured against the underlying complaint because the loss claimed in the underlying complaint is subject to an exclusion. The court held that it would also enter judgment for plaintiff because the underlying complaint does not allege an “occurrence” causing bodily injury within the meaning of the policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Schmitt, 2021 IL App (5th) 190173-U
Holding: The appellate court reversed and remanded the judgment of the circuit court where plaintiff had no duty to defend its insured and thus was not stopped from raising policy defenses to coverage for the underlying tort action contained in the amended declaratory action.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Livorsi Marine, Inc., 222 Ill. 2d 303, 856 N.E.2d 338 (2006) (the late Keith Carlson)
Liability insurer brought action against insureds for a declaratory judgment based on failure to provide timely notice of lawsuits against them. The Circuit Court, Cook County, Stephen A. Schiller, J., entered judgment for the insurer. Insureds appealed. The Appellate Court, Wolfson, J., 358 Ill.App.3d 880, 295 Ill.Dec. 665, 833 N.E.2d 871, affirmed. Leave to appeal was granted.Holdings: The Supreme Court, Garman, J., held that:1 if the insurer did not receive reasonable notice of an occurrence or a lawsuit, the policyholder may not recover under the policy, regardless of whether the lack of reasonable notice prejudiced the insurer, overruling Rice v. AAA Aerostar, Inc., 294 Ill.App.3d 801, 229 Ill.Dec. 20, 690 N.E.2d 1067, and Cincinnati Insurance Co. v. Baur's Opera House, Inc., 296 Ill.App.3d 1011, 230 Ill.Dec. 624, 694 N.E.2d 593, and2 insured did not need to prove that it was prejudiced by delayed notice of lawsuits.Affirmed.
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Bicycle Accident FAQ

The most common causes of bicycle accidents in Chicago include:

  • Driver negligence: This includes distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield to cyclists.
  • Road conditions: Potholes, uneven pavement, and other road hazards can cause cyclists to lose control of their bikes.
  • Cyclist errors: This can include riding against traffic, failing to use lights at night, and not wearing a helmet.

If you are injured in a bicycle accident in Chicago, you should:

  • Seek medical attention immediately. Even if you don’t think you’re seriously injured, it’s important to get checked out by a doctor.
  • Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, insurance information, and license plate number.
  • Take pictures of the scene of the accident. This will help you document what happened and build your case if you decide to file a lawsuit.
  • Report the accident to the police. This will create a record of the accident and help you get help if you need it.
  • Contact a bicycle accident lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

As a bicycle accident victim in Chicago, you have the right to:

  • Seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
  • File a lawsuit against the driver who caused your accident.
  • Have your case heard by a jury.

In a bicycle accident lawsuit in Chicago, you may be able to recover the following types of damages:

  • Medical expenses: This includes the cost of ambulance rides, hospital stays, doctor’s appointments, and physical therapy.
  • Lost wages: This includes the wages you lost while you were unable to work because of your injuries.
  • Pain and suffering: This includes compensation for the physical and emotional pain you have endured as a result of your injuries.
  • Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your bicycle

The statute of limitations for bicycle accident lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

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Areas of Practice in Hartford

Pedal Cycle Crashes

Proficient in legal services for persons injured in bicycle accidents due to negligent parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Fire Wounds

Providing skilled legal services for individuals of major burn injuries caused by events or negligence.

Healthcare Incompetence

Ensuring experienced legal representation for clients affected by physician malpractice, including negligent care.

Products Liability

Handling cases involving problematic products, providing adept legal services to consumers affected by product-related injuries.

Geriatric Malpractice

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in nursing homes environments, ensuring restitution.

Stumble and Trip Incidents

Skilled in tackling fall and trip accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking restitution for their losses.

Childbirth Harms

Delivering legal assistance for relatives affected by medical misconduct resulting in newborn injuries.

Automobile Crashes

Collisions: Devoted to supporting clients of car accidents get fair remuneration for injuries and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Mishaps

Specializing in providing legal advice for victims involved in bike accidents, ensuring fair compensation for damages.

Big Rig Accident

Delivering expert legal services for persons involved in truck accidents, focusing on securing rightful claims for hurts.

Construction Accidents

Engaged in assisting employees or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to oversights or recklessness.

Cognitive Impairments

Specializing in delivering professional legal representation for individuals suffering from cognitive injuries due to misconduct.

K9 Assault Injuries

Expertise in tackling cases for people who have suffered wounds from canine attacks or beast attacks.

Cross-walker Crashes

Committed to legal assistance for pedestrians involved in accidents, providing professional services for recovering damages.

Unwarranted Passing

Striving for relatives affected by a wrongful death, extending empathetic and expert legal guidance to ensure restitution.

Spinal Cord Damage

Dedicated to advocating for persons with vertebral damage, offering compassionate legal representation to secure compensation.

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